Hello there, Niamh!
Welcome to planDisney and thank you for bringing us your question about your upcoming holiday at
Walt Disney World Resort. I see you'll be arriving in just a few months - are you counting down the days yet!?
It sounds like you have purchased
Disney Magic Tickets with Park Hopper - great choice! Not only do these tickets allow you admission to multiple theme parks and one of the water parks on the same day, but you can also experience some of the many
Sports and Recreation offerings at The Most Magical Place on Earth. Niamh, I'm happy to inform you that, in addition to visiting the theme parks and a water park each day, you will also be allowed access to any of the following once per day during your tickets' valid date range:
- One round of golf at
Disney's Oak Trail Golf Course (9-hole walking course)
- One visit to the
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex- One round of miniature golf at
Winter Summerland Miniature Golf or
Fantasia Gardens and Fairways Miniature GolfThat means you should have plenty of opportunities to experience all the magical extras included with your theme park tickets! Both miniature golf courses feature two 18-hole golf adventures. At Winter Summerland Miniature Golf, you'll be able to choose between putting on the sandy "Summer" Course or the snowy "Winter" Course. At Fantasia Gardens and Fairways Miniature Golf, you'll pick either the challenging "Fairways" Course or the beautiful and more family-friendly "Gardens" Course. Walk-ups are always welcome, although occasionally there may be waitlists during peak periods. You can also call ahead to book a tee time if you know when you'd like to visit.
Since you'll be able to play one round of miniature golf on each day that your tickets are valid, my recommendation is to try each of the courses during your visit! My family's personal favorite course is the "Summer" Course at Winter Summerland Miniature Golf. My son always giggles when he sees a napping Santa buried in the sand! During periods when crowds are lower, we've even occasionally been invited to play both courses on the same day! Don't forget to snap a jolly family photo in Santa's sleigh near the entrance before you leave.
Niamh, I hope that this information has been helpful to you and I wish you the very best with your vacation planning. Please feel free to return to planDisney with any additional questions you may have. I'm wishing your family a most magical and memorable holiday at Walt Disney World Resort!
Warmest wishes,
Lauren